As a babywearing consultant, I’ve always been fascinated by how different cultures found ways to carry their babies. Cradleboards, used by Indigenous communities from North America to Central and South America, and as far as the Sámi in Northern Europe, are a remarkable example. These carriers weren’t just practical; they became an art form, tailored to each environment, infused with cultural meaning, and designed to meet daily needs with astonishing efficiency. Though rarely

Did you know you can bathe with your baby using a sling or a carrier? Think beach, shower or pool! It is made of polyester, nylon or neoprene - doesn’t absorb water and can have a form of a wrap, ring sling, soft structured (buckle) or onbuhimo carrier. You can introduce baby to the water (shower, pool or sea) in comfort and safety, securely attached to you. You relax and so does your baby, exploring the new natural element from a safe and familiar position. That's how you c

Your carrier may claim to be ‘ergonomic’ - but is it really? Together, let’s take a look at what qualifies as healthy for both your baby’s hips and spine and for you as well. Are you panic-stricken over the potential hazards of babywearing, reading about hip instability or hip dysplasia? If all of the buzz surrounding terms like “C back”, “M legs” and “frog legs” and the flood of product information leaves you feeling overwhelmed, this piece of advice is for you. Let's tak